Dolly Parton's final farewell: She forgoes glamour for 'this' ... legacy to be unveiled in 2046

Behind the dazzling stage, she returns to her roots as a farmer's daughter

The final farewell for "Queen of Country Music" Dolly Parton, who captivated audiences with her voluminous blond hair and imitation jewelry, took place in a quiet, modest setting that contrasted sharply with her glamorous stage persona.

According to major foreign media outlets, including Page Six and Billboard, a private funeral was held on the 28th at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Nashville, Tennessee, attended only by immediate family and close friends.

Parton was laid to rest in the most natural form she had long wanted, wearing the "stiletto heels" that had defined her image and a "cotton dress." Her nephew, Brainer Seaver, recalled her final wish, saying, "Dolly was a farmer, just like her father," and that she had said, "I've spent my whole life wearing heavy imitation jewelry, so now I want to rest in a beautiful bed filled with soft cotton."

Parton was buried beside her husband, Carl Dean, who died last year after standing by her side for "59 years." Their graves feature intricately carved images of Dolly's childhood home, their wedding date and a ring symbolizing their everlasting love.

A time capsule to be opened on her 100th birthday — and eternal rest

The most striking part of her legacy is a special final request. Under her will, the unreleased song "My Place in History" (My Place in History) was carefully stored in a chestnut box. The song is scheduled to be released worldwide on "Jan. 19, 2046," the 100th anniversary of Parton's birth.

At the funeral, a serene hymn played instead of the mega-hit "I Will Always Love You" (I Will Always Love You), which is familiar to audiences worldwide. In a previous interview, Parton personally chose "If We Never Meet Again" (If We Never Meet Again), an old country-style hymn that had also been played at her father's funeral, for her own service.

Her younger sister, Stella Parton, posted on social media, "My big sister Dolly flew away on Tuesday with her wings," adding, "If anyone in heaven could arrive right on time and make a sparkling, glamorous entrance, it would be my sister."

Meanwhile, as fans continued to mourn the legendary performer's death, her music made a remarkable comeback on the Billboard charts. The 1974 classic "Jolene" (Jolene) climbed to No. 16 on the Billboard Hot 100, while "I Will Always Love You" reached No. 27, once again demonstrating the timeless Dolly Parton's musical influence.

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